Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic GH3

Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic GH2 versus Panasonic GH3, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the GH3 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The GH2 was brought out 18 months prior to the GH3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GH2 grades versus the GH3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH2 has outer measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH3 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GH2 versus Panasonic GH3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the GH2 against the GH3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GH2 and GH3 is 70 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GH2 and GH3.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged GH2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.